Procurement Consultant

TalentBurst, Inc.

Plano, TX

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Ariba, Automotive Industry, Business Analysis, Business Solutions, Business Strategy, Business Support, Category Development, Communication Skills, Consulting, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Facilities Management, Facility Management Software, Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, License Agreements, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Non-Disclosures, Peer-to-Peer Architecture, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procurement Management, Procurement Strategy, Productivity Management, Professional Services, Project/Program Management, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposals (RFP), Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Software Administration, Software Licenses, Software as a Service (SaaS), Sourcing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, Team Player, Technical Leadership

LOCATION

Plano, TX

POSTED

30+ days ago

Job Title : Procurement Consultant
Duration : 12 months
Location : Dallas, TX (Hybrid)

Who we are
Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world's most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We're looking for diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

What we're looking for
Client's Indirect Procurement Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated procurement analyst. The primary responsibility of this role is to lead the creation and execution of category procurement strategies including but not limited to facilities management.
Reporting to the Indirect Procurement Sourcing Manager and in support of client's Future of Mobility, the person in this role will support the IPSS (Indirect Procurement Shared Services) department objective to provide innovative, stable and flexible solutions with industry-leading practices with an eye on reducing costs and mitigating risks.

What you'll be doing
Facilitating multi-year sourcing strategies for responsible spend categories.
Designing, planning, managing, and leading key Requests for Proposal, information, quote, etc. with cross-functional teams.
Supporting the development and execution of contractual documents including Non-Disclosure Agreements, Professional Services Agreements, SaaS Agreements, Software License Agreements, and other contracts as necessary to support Procurement and business needs.
Collaborate closely with key business stakeholders and supplier partners to understand current conditions, identify and prioritize improvement opportunities, and deliver enhancements to improve quality and productivity.
Provide detailed documentation of how the applications/projects will support business requirements.
Identify innovative options to achieve business benefits
Effectively diagnose issues and identify the root cause and countermeasures.
Negotiate pricing and achieve cost savings while mitigating financial and legal risks for the enterprise.
Effectively manage all sourcing and price negotiation activities and in-coming ad hoc business unit requests that may result in a contract or purchase order.
In Ariba PTP System, review and analyze business requests to issue purchase orders to suppliers.

Requirements:
Qualifications/ What you bring (Must Haves) – Highlight Top 3-5 skills
Exceptional analytic, organization, presentation and interpersonal skills with applied solid judgement and strategic thinking.
Ability to work independently and successfully manage several projects and/or tasks of varying complexities simultaneously while balancing the workload, constraints and deliverables.
Strong collaboration, communication (written and verbal) and influencing skills.
Experience gathering business, functional/technical requirements, and implementing relevant solutions.
Experience with, but not limited to, procurement of facility management services, software and related technology services.
Demonstrated success influencing key stakeholders on strategic direction based on recommendations backed by in-depth analysis.
Demonstrated experience investigating root causes for production critical incidents, and implementation of countermeasures
Experience with troubleshooting complex integrated applications/processes.
Proven experience providing technical leadership and guidance to team members and project peers.
Experience with Ariba PTP System

Added bonus if you have (Preferred):
5 or more years' experience in Indirect Sourcing
Contract drafting and negotiation experience.
Bachelor's degree or higher in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
Ability to work with large, distributed teams with diverse competencies, skills, and ability to work in fast-paced/high-pressure culture.
Automotive industry experience
Analytical skills to build business solutions to best support business vision and strategy.

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Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.

About the Company

TalentBurst, Inc.

For over 20 years, TalentBurst Inc. has been an award-winning provider of cutting-edge Workforce Management Solutions. With a strong commitment to staying ahead in the tech landscape, we pioneer innovative approaches to talent acquisition. Our expertise spans Life Sciences, and Healthcare Staffing, Banking, Financial, IT, and Engineering, as well as Global Employer of Record (EOR), Agent of Record (AOR), State, Local Government and Education (SLED), and IC validation/compliance services. Additionally, our division, TalentProcure, leads the industry with offerings such as High Hazard Payroll, Managed Services, and Vendor on Premise (VOP) solutions.

Due to our prioritization of excellent standards, we are Joint Commission Certified and are a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in the USA and Canada. Supporting over 130 Fortune 500 companies globally, we excel in navigating the landscape of talent acquisition. In a world of constant change, we embrace developing people-centric solutions that address the unique demands of our clients. Stay connected by visiting our website and following us on social media!

COMPANY SIZE

5,000 to 9,999 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2002

WEBSITE

http://www.talentburst.com/

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